2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 950 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Korando | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
